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September 30, 2025

Airborne-NextGen 09.30.25: Portable eConspicuity, Dream Chaser, Anduril CCA

 Also: Drone Pilot Sentenced, Satellite Tsunami Tracking, Army Cuts Aviators 4 Drones, Peraton Pitches

 

 

The FAA has proposed the Part 108 UAS Rule for BVLOS or beyond visual line of sight drone operations under 400’ AGL that requires drones to be equipped with ADS-B In and to yield the right-of-way to crewed aircraft transmitting on ADS-B Out. However, many aircraft fly below 400’ AGL such as ag aircraft, seaplanes, vintage planes, ultralights, powered parachutes, gliders, and balloons. Most of those types of aircraft are unable to accommodate a permanent ADS-B Out installation. Sierra Space announced it has made a strategic adjustment for its Dream Chaser spaceplane, saying its first flight will be a free-flyer, demo missi

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FedEx Pilots Issue ‘No Confidence’ Vote On Subramaniam

Comes In Advance Of Shareholders’ Annual Meeting

Just in time for FedEx shareholders to think about as they get together for their 2025 annual meeting, the company’s pilots have issued a formal vote of no confidence in the ability of Rajesh Subramaniam to lead the FedEx Corporation.

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Here We Go Again: Feds Restore Boeing’s Certification Authority

Manufacturer Will Be Allowed to Help the FAA Determine Aircraft Airworthiness

The FAA has decided that it is ready to put its trust back in Boeing, restoring the plane maker’s authority to determine aircraft airworthiness years after fatal crashes and production quality concerns led the agency to block the practice. From now on, the duo will alternate weeks issuing certificates for certain 737 MAX and 787 jets.

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Starship’s 11th Test Flight Set For Early October

Maritime Notice Says On/After October 6

SpaceX has filed a preliminary Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) indicating that Starship’s 11th test flight could launch no earlier than October 6 at 6:15 pm CT/7:15 pm ET/4:15 pm PT. As always, dates and times in preliminary notices are subject to change based on regulatory approval, readiness, and weather.

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Indian Air Force Waves Off Final MiG-21 Fighters

Six Decades of Service Remembered in Decommissioning Ceremony

The Indian Air Force has finally said goodbye to its MiG-21s, which entered service more than 60 years ago and have most recently been seen as “flying coffins” rather than fighters. The decommissioning ceremony formally retired the last 36 jets operated by MiG-21 squadrons 23, the Panthers, and 3, the Cobras.

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United Cleared to Bring Starlink to its Mainline Fleet

Airline Installs Starlink Internet on its First 737-800 Aircraft

United Airlines has been given the official FAA nod to put Starlink technology on its mainline fleet, and it isn’t wasting time: the equipment has already been installed on the carrier’s first 737-800, with plans to proceed with 50 regional jet installations per month and begin customer flights on October 15.

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US Turns to the UK in Attempt to Save the E-7 from Budget Cuts

Two 737 Passenger Jets Will Be Converted into E-7A Wedgetail Prototypes in the UK

In an attempt to save the aircraft from proposed budget cuts, Congress has turned to the UK for the conversion of two passenger jets into advanced E-7A Wedgetail prototypes. The deal marks the first time in more than 50 years that US military aircraft work will be performed on British soil.

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Airborne 09.22.25: Young Eagle Target, Tragic Cirrus Crash, Boeing Suit

Also: Medical Helo Shooting, Citation Latitude Starlink Upgrade, RCAF 15 Wing Upgrades, Helo Rescue

The EAA has its sights set on a monumental goal: To reach the 2.5 million mark for Young Eagles flown by next summer’s AirVenture fly-in and air show at Oshkosh. During this year’s AirVenture in July, the tally stood at a little more than 60,000 flights short. That’s when the discussion about reaching 2.5 million began in earnest. EAA took note that Young Eagles pilots recorded almost 63,000 flights during the 30th anniversary of the program in 2022-23. A Cirrus SR22T crashed in a field near Macon County Airport (1A5) in Franklin,

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FAA Seeks Vendor For New Traffic Management System

Replacing Old With Modern, Scalable, Sustainable FMDS System

The FAA announced a Request for Information concerning a contract opportunity for an industry partner to develop a new system for managing air traffic flows smoothly and safely regardless of the situation. The new system is intended to replace the existing TFMS, or Traffic Flow Management System.

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Airborne 09.22.25: Young Eagle Target, Tragic Cirrus Crash, Boeing Suit

Also: Medical Helo Shooting, Citation Latitude Starlink Upgrade, RCAF 15 Wing Upgrades, Helo Rescue

The EAA has its sights set on a monumental goal: To reach the 2.5 million mark for Young Eagles flown by next summer’s AirVenture fly-in and air show at Oshkosh. During this year’s AirVenture in July, the tally stood at a little more than 60,000 flights short. That’s when the discussion about reaching 2.5 million began in earnest. EAA took note that Young Eagles pilots recorded almost 63,000 flights during the 30th anniversary of the program in 2022-23. A Cirrus SR22T crashed in a field near Macon County Airport (1A5) in Franklin, North C

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Classic Aero-TV: Innovation By Avilution – Aural Annunciation Aids Understanding

From 2018 (YouTube Edition): Audio Indicators Are A Critical Part Of The System

Avilution is creating innovative panels for GA airplanes, and while a lot of attention is paid to the visual aspect of how flight data is presented, Avilution founder Mark Spencer says that audio cues are also an important part of the system. One of the places where an audio alert can be particularly helpful is in indicating angle of attack (AOA), Spencer said. As the AOA increases, a sound similar to a kazoo begins, and increases in both volume and pitch as the airplane gets closer to a stall. The Avilution XFS system also uses an audio cue to represent proximity

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NTSB Final Report: Cirrus Design Corp SR22

Student Pilot Added Engine Power To Execute A Go-Around But Could Not Stop The Airplane’s Left Drift

Analysis: The student pilot stated for the preparation for his initial solo flight, he successfully completed three takeoffs and landings with his flight instructor at the airport that was planned to be used for the solo flight. During the solo flight, the student pilot completed two full stop landings without any issues prior to attempting a third takeoff and landing. The student pilot stated that during the third attempt, the airplane crossed the runway threshold about 82 to 84 kts with full wing flaps.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (09.30.25)

Aero Linx: International Cessna 180/185 Club

The International 180/185 Club is a social organization whose 1200+ members have one thing in common: they all own or have a passion for Cessna Skywagons. Pilots pride themselves in flying these “workhorses” of the sky. These planes have fixed gear and a tailwheel framework. The Skywagons’ unique characteristics require these planes be flown on the ground as well as in the sky.

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ANN's Daily Aero-Term (09.30.25): Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS)

Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) MANPADS are lightweight, shoulder-launched, missile systems used to bring down aircraft and create mass casualties. The potential for MANPADS use against airborne aircraft is real and requires familiarity with the subject. Terrorists choose MANPADS because the weapons are low cost, highly mobile, require minimal set-up time, and are easy to use and maintain. Although the weapons have limited range, and their accuracy is affected by poor visibility and adverse weather, they can be fired from anywhere on land or from boats where there is unrestricted visibility to the target.

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Aero-News: Quote of the Day (09.30.25)

“Safety drives everything we do, and the FAA will only allow this step forward because we are confident it can be done safely. The FAA will continue to maintain direct and rigorous oversight of Boeing’s production processes.” Source: Part of a statement released by the FAA as it decided that it is ready to put its trust back in Boeing, restoring the plane maker’s authority to determine aircraft airworthiness years after fatal crashes and production quality concerns led the agency to block the practice. From now on, the duo will alternate weeks issuing certificates for certain 737 MAX and 787 jets.

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